3-Ingredient Creamy Lemon Custard Recipe
Looking for a simple dessert that looks fancy but is super easy to make? This creamy lemon custard is just what you need! With only three natural ingredients, you can whip up a sweet, tangy treat perfect for sunny days. Whether for a dinner party or just for you, this dessert will surely impress.
Ingredients
- ⅓ cup lemon juice juice of 2 lemons
- ¼ cup sugar
- 1 cup heavy cream
Garnish (optional)
- Raspberries
- shredded coconut
Ingredients you need per step are listed below the step in Italic
Instructions
- Put the lemon juice and sugar in a saucepan.⅓ cup lemon juice, ¼ cup sugar
- Heat the mixture over low heat, stirring until the sugar fully dissolves.
- In a separate saucepan, heat the cream until it starts to boil. Important: Do not mix the lemon juice and cream while heating, as it may curdle.1 cup heavy cream
- Pour the hot cream into the lemon mixture. Use a whisk to beat everything together until smooth.
- Pour the mixture evenly into four bowls or glasses. Let the custard cool for 15 minutes at room temperature.
- Place the bowls in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours to chill and set. The pudding will thicken as it cools.
- Garnish and Serve: Before serving, garnish the pudding with raspberries and a sprinkle of grated coconut (optional but delicious).Raspberries, shredded coconut
NOTES
1. Can I Use Bottled Lemon Juice? Fresh lemon juice gives the best flavor, but bottled juice will work if you're rushing.
2. Storage
- Refrigerator: Cover the custard with plastic wrap and store it in the fridge for up to 2 days.
Nutrition
Calories: 259kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 68mg | Sodium: 17mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 889IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Iron: 0.1mg
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